"The cult of the omnipotent state has millions of followers in the united States. Americans of today view their government in the same way as Christians view their God; they worship and adore the state and they render their lives and fortunes to it. Statists believe that their lives -- their very being -- are a privilege that the state has given to them. They believe that everything they do is -- and should be -- dependent on the consent of the government." ~ Jacob Hornberger

12 Ways to Up-Cycle Plastic Bags

This is straight-up cool stuff. Links to making those woven rugs, to making “plarn” – quick cutting and connecting strips to work with – and crocheting tote bags and rugs. Ah, another way for me to deprive the state of tax dollars by reusing. How exciting.